I feel great pleasure in welcoming the second batch of MBBS students in Nawaz Sharif Medical College (NSMC) University of Gujrat (UOG). The college has been established, with in a short span of six months time, which is a big leap forward in the Professional Institution development in Pakistan. I highly appreciate the gigantic ef forts made by Prof Dr Nizamuddin, Vice Chancellor, UOG and his team members for the untiring dedicated work to accomplish the establishment of NSMC.

I also congratulate the political leadership in Gujrat, who graciously visualized the needs of the people of this area and conceived the idea of establishing a medical college in the UOG to dispense medical science education to youth of this area, in the service of humanity.

I am sure that the top leadership of Punjab, the political leadership of the town, and management of the University are highly excited at having achieved this excellence. The college administration, the faculty and students are rightly proud of it. In the provincial government, we are putting in our best ef forts and diverting resources to transform the college into a state-of-the art institution of international repute, equipped with latest teaching and training equipment and technology. Nawaz Sharif Medical College is also privileged to have renowned and eminent faculty members. This is just the beginning of this College. With the passage of time, the provincial government will continue to extend its support to make this college one of the most prestigious and exalted institutions of the country.

I am delighted to see that the students are well-disciplined conscientious and willing learners. Working environment of the college and its ambience is excellent. I would expect even better harmony, coordination, working relationship and rapport in future among the University administration, teaching faculty and the students. I appreciate the ef forts put in, by setting forth high professional standards in establishing various departments.

Last but not the least, my advice to students is to leave no stone unturned to bring success to themselves and this new, upand- coming institution. I would also like to impress upon the faculty to accept the challenges and make this institution a place of higher learning, advanced research and excellence. In view of the ambience prevailing in the college under the talented and pragmatic leadership of Prof. Dr. Nizamuddin, I am sure there will be no limit to the growth of knowledge, research and creativity you are likely to achieve.

Main Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif

Chief Minister, Punjab